SPOTTED SHAG
Jan 21, 2021
2 minutes
By Athena Rhodes
THE SPOTTED SHAG (parekareka) is a largely marine-based cormorant that can be found roosting on cliff edges. It spends a lot of its time at sea diving for food and can hold its breath for up to 70 seconds.
CONSERVATION STATUS:
Endemic (occurring only in New
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